WASHINGTON (AP) — The wife of Renee Good, who was shot and killed in her car by a federal immigration agent in Minneapolis, detailed their support for neighbors on the day of the tragic incident and celebrated her wife’s legacy of kindness.
In a heartfelt written statement, provided to Minnesota Public Radio, Rebecca Good expressed, We had whistles. They had guns. This marked her first public comment regarding the fatal shooting of Renee Good, who was killed on a snowy Wednesday while the couple was in their Honda Pilot SUV a few blocks from their home.
Eyewitness video captured the moments leading up to the shooting, showing an officer demanding that Renee open the door before firing multiple shots at point-blank range as her vehicle began to move.
While officials from the Trump administration labeled Renee as a domestic terrorist who attempted to assault an officer, local officials and community members have condemned this characterization. Rebecca Good remained silent on details surrounding the incident but focused her statement on honoring her wife.
The Good couple had recently relocated to Minneapolis, raising a 6-year-old son from Renee's previous relationship.
In her touching tribute, Rebecca described Renee, saying, Renee sparkled... she was made of sunshine. She emphasized their belief in compassion across all communities and religions.
The family situation has been complex; Renee was a U.S. citizen with no serious past offenses, just a single traffic ticket. Social media portrayals showed her as a proud mother, poet, and enthusiastic participant in the world around her.
As the couple settled in Minneapolis after an extensive road trip, they found a nurturing environment among the community members that reinforced their values of caring and support. Rebecca concluded her statement by vowing to continue raising their son with the same principles her wife cherished.
